H. Leigh Anderson

H. Leigh Anderson serves as a key procurement professional at the Southeast Regional Maintenance Center, supporting the U.S. Navy’s surface fleet readiness through the management of ship maintenance, repair, and modernization contracts. Responsible for executing acquisitions under NAICS 336611, Anderson oversees the full lifecycle of contracts for dry-docking, structural overhauls, and hull and machinery upgrades, ensuring vessels remain combat-effective and mission-ready. Their role is central to the agency’s mission of extending service life and enhancing operational capability through strategic contracting decisions aligned with Department of Defense standards and naval engineering requirements. Anderson’s contracting activities involve direct engagement with shipyard contractors, marine engineering firms, and specialized vendors capable of performing complex naval repair work. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identified in the dataset, the procurement pattern reflects a preference for qualified industrial partners with proven experience in naval vessel maintenance, including those certified in naval quality standards and capable of supporting classified shipyard environments. Working relationships are characterized by technical rigor, compliance with naval specifications, and a focus on performance-based outcomes. Anderson demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 42.9% of acquisitions set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for qualified small ship repair and marine services firms. While no specific socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB are dominant, the consistent use of small business set-asides signals a strategic alignment with federal goals for inclusive contracting and workforce development in the defense industrial base. The agency’s exclusive focus on NAICS 336611 underscores Anderson’s deep specialization in naval shipbuilding and repair. Procurements center on structural steel fabrication, propulsion system overhauls, electrical system modernization, and dry-dock infrastructure support—all requiring adherence to Navy Technical Manuals and naval shipyard safety protocols. Their expertise lies in managing technically complex, long-duration contracts that demand precision, regulatory compliance, and close coordination with naval engineering teams.